Ka La'i Waikiki Beach, LXR Hotels & Resorts

Our stay at Ka La'i Hotel Waikiki was nothing short of spectacular. We were celebrating a special occasion and decided to book one of their suites, and it was the perfect choice. The room was spacious, elegantly decorated, and offered stunning views of the ocean. The fully-equipped kitchen and luxurious finishes made it feel like a home away from home.The highlight of our mornings was the breakfast buffet. Served on an outdoor terrace, the buffet featured a wide variety of delicious options. From fresh tropical fruits and pastries to made-to-order omelets and local specialties, there was something for everyone. The quality and presentation of the food were top-notch, and the service was impeccable.The staff were always friendly and attentive, ensuring that our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. (Special thanks to Rob at the Valet) Ka La'i Hotel Waikiki's prime location made it easy to explore the nearby attractions and enjoy the beautiful beach just steps away. Overall, our experience was exceptional, and we highly recommend this hotel for anyone looking for a luxurious and memorable stay in Waikiki.

Overall 5 stars: Hands down the best luxury pet friendly hotel in Waikiki! From the exceptional service to the personalized details that made my stay an unforgettable one.Service 5 stars: Upon arriving to the valet, we were met with warm greetings and had our bags unloaded by the guest service team. We were then escorted to the elevators that took us to the front desk. We were greeted with refreshing cucumber mint water and pineapple and star fruit jelly candy. Once we were checked in, our bags were on the same elevator going to our room. No waiting around for our luggage. Upon entering our room we discovered a special and personalized experience. There was a "Happy Birthday" Brownie in the refrigerator and plushy stingray for the little ones. There was also a dog bed and dog bowls already in the room for our dog. There was also a box of Beach Brittle and souvenir Ka La'i water bottles.Amenities 5 stars: Our room had spectacular floor to ceiling window views of the ocean and the Waikiki coastline. The balcony had glass railings that made it safe for our little dog to go out on. Full kitchen with Wolf appliances and an enormous refrigerator. There was also a Nespresso machine that my wife used daily. The luxurious amenities also included a deep soaking tub with a window that could be opened toward the master bedroom. There was a separate shower that had the best water pressure. All in an Italian marble bathroom. The toilet seats were heated and had a bidet. There was also a washer and dryer in the room which made it convenient. There are many more that there is not enough room to list them all.Location 5 stars: The Ka La'i is right across the street from the beach and the walk is a beautiful and short one passing the US Army Museum. There are many great places to eat and shop within walking distance of the hotel. I would say all within a 5 to 10 minute walk of the hotel. If you are staying with your pet, there are grassy areas all around the hotel and a nice park to take a walk in across the street.Cleanliness 5 stars: This is a big one for me. From the Grand Entrance to our guest room, everything was spotless. I can't stand rooms that were not cleaned properly. The cleaning staff were very pleasant and helpful, asking if we needed anything, anytime we passed by them. And they all did so with a smile.This is our favorite hotel to stay at in Waikiki and we will definitely be back there soon. If you want an unforgettable experience in Waikiki you have to stay at the Ka La'i.

I had the best trip to Waikiki due to this amazing hotel. The service and hospitality were top notch. Everyone - starting from the valet drivers and greeters at the front of the hotel to the housekeeping staff were all so kind and helpful.The check in staff generously upgraded my room to a full ocean view. The room had the most gorgeous view, was fully equipped with a kitchenette (that even had small appliances like a toaster and rice cooker!), and was very spacious.The hotel property itself was very well kept, and luxurious. Very convenient location that was walking distance to everything. The valet service was one of the best I ever experienced - extremely efficient staff who were all so kind.The restaurant was also very convenient. I didn't eat full meals there, but did go a few times for happy hour. They had gorgeous views of the sunset and delicious mai tais!I had the best time at Ka La'i and will definitely stay here again on my next trip back!

Had a good stay here through Costco travel. The hotel suites are big enough for 4 adults or a large family. It's not located on the beach but it's on the side of Waikiki closer to ala moana and is only 1 block from the beach. There's free water and the suites have laundry machines in them so they are very convenient. Overall super luxury and modern for a place on waikiki. It doesn't seem to be super busy either compared to the other waikiki hotels. Super close to eggs n things and the Royal Hawaiin center. The restaurant was just ok. I would stay here again!

My cousin asked me to join him on a short visit to Oahu and was able to get a room here with his Amex points. The deal was book 3 nights and get a 4th for free, averaging the cost to about $350/night. Parking is valet only and $40/night. We were upgraded to a partial ocean view with a king bed and a pull out couch. I slept on the couch bed and was surprised by how comfortable it was. It made noise when I moved but I passed out each night. The bed is definitely much more comfortable and he slept well too. The bathroom has a huge tub (which I took advantage of) and is deep and wide. The shower is next to it and it has nice pressure. We had dual sinks and a bidet as well as a kitchen. Our view was relaxing and we could see the water through a few buildings. We took a dip in the pool, which is on the smaller side with the jacuzzi in the middle. Breakfast was included in our deal and it had fresh fruit and veggies, some Japanese options as well as oatmeal, an omelet bar, varying egg benedicts, sausage, bacon French toast or waffles, and a variety of breads/pastries. We loved the Guava juice as it wasn't too thick or sweet. The gym was a decent size with lots of cardio equipment and options for free weights as well as machines. Bottled water and fruit were available as well as rolled damp towels to cool off after and standard workout towels. The library was across the way with many books in Japanese but is a nice place to relax and read if you want to get some quiet time.Beach towels are available near the building entrance and they provide seemingly unlimited reusable bags to carry them and other things as well. We really appreciated this service as we could drop off the Sandy towels before we went into the hotel and the bags were exceedingly helpful for all the things we purchased. The staff is fantastic. They offered to help at every turn. Everyone was very friendly and smiled a lot. We felt very welcome wherever we were in the establishment. It is a block away from the water and conveniently located to the be close enough to walk to the main area for shopping and dining options. We would definitely stay again.

Our families occupied two suites (former condos?). Both with wonderful ocean views. Full kitchen and washer/dryer. Location is superb - a short walk to Ft. DeRussy beach and to the heart of Waikiki (but not mired in the congestion). Warm and responsive service. Definitely consider returning for another family vacation.

Exceptional experience. The staff were friendly and provided outstanding service; the concierge was particularly knowledgeable and helpful. The buffet offered a wide selection of options. Rooms were clean and spacious, and the beach was a mere two-minute walk away. I highly recommend this establishment.

Probably one of the best hotels I ever stayed at. The two bedroom suite that we had gotten with the ocean view was probably the best decision I've ever made. Comes with a Nespresso machine, a full kitchen and dishes, utensils coffee, pots, and pans. We were provided with free water, sparkling water, and free water bottles. I highly recommend this place to stay during your next visit in Honolulu. It is about a five minute walk down to the beach and by the steak shop. Plenty of shopping areas within 5 to 10 minutes walking distance.

Lovely property that has been well maintained!Mahalo to Stacy at check in/front desk.Lovely staff from valet, check in to housekeeping.Love it when properties have access controls in place. We will definitely return again soon!

Check the tapes - I do not tend to give out 5 star hotel ratings, either because I am unlucky or critical. The Ka La'i LXR is not perfect (we had trouble gettiing service at the pool one day as the only non-Japanese folks there, the occasional unfriendly staff member, and poor water pressure), but the other fantastic staff, good Hilton elite recognition, a beautiful property and excellent location at a fair price make this hotel my first stop when we return. Hopefully the planned renovations in 2025 don't break anything.Rooms are spacious (500 sq ft or more) with a kitchenette function that can help you save on costs if desired. A deep soaking tub made Mrs. C happy, and our ocean view room had a lovely view of the beach and the city both. A very short walk to the beach saves you hundreds on the room rate, but do like we did - combine points, free credit card nights and elite credit to save thousands on a six night stay.The infinity pool is six stories up and tranquil. It got crowded only one day of our stay despite being quite small. The concierge was great, helping us find unique gifts that we would never have stumbled across on our own. And Chad and Kelly in the bar were rock stars also.Minor quibbles aside, I completely endorse the Ka La'i. Best five star hotel stay of the past 11 months.